
May 10, 2026
A Chicago mother survived cardiac arrest caused by blood clots moments after giving birth via C-section at Northwestern Medicine Prentice Women’s Hospital. A team of specialists used advanced procedures to save both mother and child during this rare medical crisis.
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May 10, 2026
A NASA engineer from Houston received an innovative double-lung transplant at Northwestern Medicine after exhausting other treatments for terminal lung cancer. The procedure offers hope where traditional eligibility rules often prevent transplantation due to active malignancy.
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May 7, 2026
A rapid-response protocol known as a Maternal Code helped save both mother Ariana Del Valle and her premature baby during an emergency at Northwestern Medicine Palos Hospital this January. Staff credit repeated training drills for enabling quick action during this rare obstetric crisis.
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April 30, 2026
Northwestern Medicine has opened its Center for Advanced Endoscopy at Central DuPage Hospital with a $15 million investment. The facility provides specialized gastrointestinal procedures locally using advanced technology led by internationally recognized physicians.
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April 16, 2026
Northwestern Medicine Marianjoy Rehabilitation Hospital marked National Volunteer Week by recognizing dedicated volunteers who contribute thousands of hours annually across various roles supporting patients. Longtime participants shared their experiences helping foster community connection while officials discussed plans for expanding opportunities.
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